These crunchy morsels taste even better as the courgettes are home-grown. I am hoping to try this with other vegetables, including squash - imagine squash chips or fries, and why not - we have sweet potato chips. And even green french beans, the options are endless.

Baked Zucchini Skinny FriesPreheat oven to gas mark 5/200ocServes 2Ingredients1 large courgette, cut in half or in three parts and then sliced into matchsticks.100g chickpea flour160g - 200g panko crumbsSea salt1/ teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon cayenne pepperOptional: 1 teaspoon dried herb seasoningMethodPreheat oven to gas mark 4/180oc.In a bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour with enough cold water to make a thick glossy batter.In a wide bowl, mix together the panko crumbs, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and optional dried herbs.Douse the courgette matchsticks in the chickpea flour batter, then dredge them into the flavoured panko crumbs until coated well. Transfer to a baking sheet, lined with baking parchment paper, spread out and bake in the oven for 10 - 15 minutes, tossing them over halfway. Serve immediately with your choice of condiment.

Hi Sarojini, I know I come by your blog often, but can't remember if I have seen your variation of 'fries', can you give me the link as I did a search and nothing came up. Thanks, hope you like my version too

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